Dear Readers,

I hope this newsletter finds you all in good health and spirits! It’s been a busy and eventful time writing the Times of Our Lives Series, and I wanted to share some updates with you all. Please be advised that this newsletter contains spoilers. Readers who have not yet read the book may wish to skip this issue until you've read Part One. The first edition of T.O.O.L. Newsletter features highlights from, "The Lies Told in the Dark", an upcoming event, what you'll need to know for the series, and INSIDER sneak peeks on Part Two of the "Times of Our Lives" series.

I truly appreciate you all and look forward to staying connected through these newsletters!

Curious about the twists and turns of part one? Dive into our highlights! But beware, spoilers lurk within! If you're saving the book for later, come back to this section after you've finished.

• Chapter One: Calvin and Bernadette decide to find a lost family member but find a dead and decaying Mortimer, their family steed, near their secret hideaway.
• Chapter Two: Calvin gets knocked out AND ABDUCTED?!
• Chapter Three: While searching for both her long lost sister and now her brother, Bernadette may have found an old friend... or is he a foe?

I am excited to share details about an upcoming event:

• Book Signing (Date and Location): On the Seventh of December (12/7/24) from 12:00PM until 3:00PM at Morristown- Hamblen Library (417 W Main St #417, Morristown, TN 37814).
• Details on the book signing: I will be selling and signing books. Specialized bookmarks will be available for purchase. Additionally, there will be a raffle called: THE CALDERA RAFFLES.
• Specifics on THE CALDERA RAFFLES: THE CALDERA RAFFLES is a fun game!

  • Don’t miss your chance to win! For just a quarter ($0.25), you could be the lucky winner of THE CALDERA RAFFLES. Simply purchase a raffle ticket from me, leave your name and number on an index card, and you'll be entered to win! Exclusive offer to the people attending the book signing only.

  • Prizes for the raffle will include a specialized bookmark and a 10% off gift voucher.

  • The grand prize? A treat basket with an exclusive opportunity to hear the prologue from 'Journey to the Past'

  • Winners will be announced LIVE on Facebook at 2:50 PM!

  
  

Please let me know if you can attend this event. I can't wait to spend time together!

Book Three is dangerous, fun, and makes you question where our heroes and villains actually stand. I know there are questions about the series and where it will lead, this is what I know...

• Name: I’m currently keeping the title of the next book under wraps.
• Progress: Part Three is well underway, with a completed rough draft. The editing process in full swing, as well.
• Future Plans: Whether Part Three concludes the series or sets the stage for further adventures remains to be seen. I’ll share more details as they become available.

You can remain in the know at my website: https://DinaGalarzaMapes.my.canva.site/

You can also check out my Facebook and Instagram pages for more information: Dina Galarza Mapes, Author

Special sneak peeks for Part Two of "Times of Our Lives" below.

• First things first: I'd like to thank all of the readers out there who are reading "The Lies Told in the Dark"! You're the reason I love to write and I appreciate you so very much!

• Release Date: The second book is completely written and editing is happening! Although I would love to release sooner (and if I can, I will), I am personally editing this series. The tentative release date is June 2025 for part two of the T.O.O.L. series and I am very excited!

• What you've all been waiting for: The special insider sneak peek into, "Journey to the Past"

"...As I slowly rose to my feet, I continued, "You may never touch me in any way, shape, or form, ever again." His anger was so intense and he began to yell obscenities at me. As I begin to walk away, he follows, continuing his reaming. I turn around and I tell him to find the tallest bridge he can and to jump off of it head first..."

WHOA! What an intense scene between two unnamed characters. What? I can't give everything away! Speaking of, you get one more sneak peek just because this is the first newsletter. Behold the front cover of "Journey to the Past"!!!

Thank you for catching up with me through the very first "Times of Our Lives" Newsletter. I am going to love sharing updates with you and hope they bring a smile to your face and anticipation throughout your body. If you have any news to share or just want to chat, please reach out—I’d love to hear from you!

Email: DinaGalarzaMapes.Author@gmail.com

Stay well and take care, everyone. I can’t wait for the next "Times of Our Lives" Newsletter!

With love,

Dina Galarza Mapes, Author